Gandhian leader, Potti Sriramulu died while fasting for a separate state for ______ speakers.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Telugu
Gandhian leader Potti Sriramulu died while fasting for a separate state for Telugu speakers. He undertook a fast unto death, demanding the creation of an Andhra State from the Madras Presidency, to protect the interests and linguistic identity of the Telugu-speaking population. His demise after 56 days of fasting on December 15, 1952, sparked widespread protests and ultimately compelled the Indian government to form the Andhra State, making it the first state to be carved out on linguistic lines.